PRE-PURCHASE CONDITION SURVEY REPORT
S/Y GRADY WHITE 330 EXPRESS
At Athens Jan/16
IN accordance with instructions received from CLIENT, the undersigned made a pre-purchase
survey on the following yacht on 21-22/Jan/16. The following report details the condition of
the yacht on the dates of survey.
1.

Circumstances of the Survey
The yacht was made available for survey while on the trailer at the yard. The next day
the yacht was made available for sea trial and in water inspection at Glyfada No. 4
marina. Present during the survey was the client.
The yacht was imported from the USA to Greece for sale. The yacht had post
construction assessment by IMCI for the European Recreational Craft Directive prior to
importation. Since the yacht is now to be exported from the EU this compliance is not
necessary but is a benefit for future sale back to the EU if that occurs.

3.

General Limitations of Survey
The survey was limited to a non-destructive inspection. Unexposed parts of the yacht
were not inspected unless specifically commented upon. Inaccessible parts of the yacht
were not inspected. It is possible that dismantling or destructive testing may reveal other
defects not possible to be noted by the surveyor.
Unless an item was specifically commented upon it should be considered that the item
was not inspected. If an item was operated or operation witnessed it will be noted as
such in the report, any other items should be considered as untested.
This report is intended to be used by the named client in the normal manner concerning
the type of survey performed as stated on the first page of the report.
The report may additionally be used by insurers or financiers for the purpose of insuring
or financing the yacht. The report may be used by the yachtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s flag to confirm safety.
The report should not be relied upon for any other purpose by any other party and no
liability is undertaken to such party.
The report concerns condition of the yacht at time of survey and future condition cannot
be anticipated.
Dismantling of machinery may reveal a different condition than was possible to
determine within the constraints of a typical inspection circumstances.
General periodic servicing requirements are not mentioned in the report.
It is always recommended to have any machinery inspected and serviced by a specialist
engineer.
If a Sailing Yacht, the rigging was inspected from deck level only if mast not down. This is
for safety reasons.

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For further inspection of any rigging, inspection by rigger is required. Inspection at deck
level cannot find all defects but is satisfactory to make a general assessment.
The survey work was performed in accordance with standard terms and conditions which
are available at the following link :
http://www.walshsurveyor.com/terms.pdf
4.

CE Marking
The yacht has had Post Construction Assessment by IMCI for compliance with Category
B of the European Recreational Craft Directive. The outboards have also passed PCA.
The HIN number US-NTL000000000 indicates a 0000 model built in Month/00 and
considering the build date it is likely the yacht was delivered in 0000 however no
documentation was provided that would confirm this.
The yacht is declared to be designed in accordance with the NMMA (National Marine
Manufacturers Association) rules.

Hull below Waterline
The hull below waterline was visually inspected and found fair, without stress crazing
and without damages. There were no osmosis blisters. Hammer sounding was used to
detect for delamination and voids and there was found only minor delamination at the
port side about midships just above the hard chine. This was to extent 15cm x 10cm.
There was no stress crazing in way therefore no indication of a minor collision and
therefore it may be from build. It does not require repair.
The hull was therefore considered to be structurally sound.

Hull surfaces fair and without cracks or
blisters

No damages at bow

Minor delamination area noted

9.

Topsides
Topsides gelcoat remained a good white and was fair and without stress crazing.
Topsides trim line was with minor chips and requires repainting.
There was a minor scrape on the starboard topsides which requires gelcoat repair.

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Topsides fair and without damages or crazing

Trim line requires repaint

Minor scrape to topsides

Another view of topsides

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Suggestion : Topsides trim line to be repainted.
Suggestion : Minor gelcoat repair to be made on starboard topsides where scraped.
10.

Hull/Deck Join
Hull to deck join was seen to be secure in the chain locker.

Hull to deck join secure

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Frames, Bulkheads and Internal Structure
Internal bilge structure was intact without cracks to stiffeners. Unpainted laminate was
good being resin rich and without unbound fibres.
The under forward berth storage area was with poorly finished laminations at the edges
in two areas but this is not a structural component.
There was no indication of movement in the accommodation linings structure.

Stringers without cracks

Sandwich construction

Bilge intact

Stringers intact

Imperfect laminations at non structural area

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Deck Moulding
The deck moulding was without crazing. Hammer sounding did not find any
delamination or voids.

Deck structurally sound

13.

Moisture Readings
Moisture Readings were taken with a Sovereign Quantum Marine meter. Moisture
readings do not measure moisture content but are based on a relative scale which is
relevant only to this specific model of meter.
Moisture readings were as follows :
Meter
Sovereign Quantum
Marine
Scale A
Relative Scale 0-100
Shallow Mode
Deep Mode

Underwater
Hull
14-15

Topsides

Deck

14-16

14-15

11-19

11-19 (30)

11-13

Moisture readings on the underwater hull were very good and dry. Topsides readings
were generally dry with an increase towards the port stern but which remains below
high level. This may be due to the position of the boat in relation to the sun while
drying. The deck was also found dry. The readings indicate that moisture related defects
are not likely to occur.
14.

Cockpit
The cockpit was generally in good order. At the helm area there was good visibility and
sufficient handholds. The windscreen was intact along with the framing.

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The sprayhood was generally intact and in a good condition except the centre forward
window section is damaged and requires replacement.
The upholstery was in a good condition except that there are various minor torn areas
of stitching.
The cockpit aft drain hoses require replacement as in poor condition.
Hoses for livewell suction and washdown pump suction require replacement as in poor
condition.
Livewell seawater pumping was found not to work, the pump and piping require
checking.
Port side above helm cupboard key requires to be provided or the lock replaced.
Latches for the aft fishbox were missing and require replacement.
Aft cockpit seating aluminium brackets require repaint as with broken paint and minor
corrosion. (Sandblasting and spray painting at workshop).
Sprayhood Windscreen wiper blade requires replacement.
Cockpit shade was operational but the cylinders require lubrication.

Steering
Hydraulic power assist steering. The hydraulic power pack was without corrosion and
no sign of leaks. The hydraulic hoses in good condition. The steering gear was complete
and in good condition.

15.2. Emergency Steering
Possible to centre and use two engines for steering.
16.

Trim Tabs
Trim tabs were without wastage and the cylinders externally intact. Single hydraulic
power pack which was without leaks. The trim tabs were operational but the angle
sensors do not work and require repair.

Trim tabs without wastage

Trim tabs without wastage

Hydraulic power pack without leaks

Angle sensors do not work

Recommendation : Trim tabs angle sensors do not work, to be repaired.
17.

Bow Thruster
Electric bow thruster. Checked working. Propeller without damages. Leg without
wastage. Motor housing was in good external condition and there were no leaks from
the main gasket. The bow thruster tunnel was securely laminated to the hull.

Skin Fittings and other through Hull Apertures
Trailer ring at the bow was secure. Through hull necks were without wastage externally.
Ball valves were externally without wastage and not seized. The heads discharge valve
was with a minor leak and tarnishing but found solid when hammered. Monitor over
time.
The transducers were found intact. The underwater lights were checked working except
the centre underwater light does not work, to be replaced.

Heads discharge valve with tarnishing

Trailer hook ring secure

Underwater lights working

Centre light does not work

Speed log intact

Depth sounder intact

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Scoop gratings without wastage

Suggestion : Centre underwater light does not work, to be replaced.
20.

Ports and Windows
Hatch window frames were secure, the holding up struts working and the securing
latches also working. Seals were not deteriorated. The cockpit side opening windows
seals require replacement as deteriorated.

There is a service recall notice for these engines and this requires checking during the
annual service whether they are in the serial number range.
Various corroded bolts and washers of the outboards require renewal as part of the
annual service. Starboard outboard engine water hose is kinked from the top cover.
The engines were in good external condition. There was only a minor chip to the
starboard fin. The engines were checked to lift fully and the hydraulic cylinders and
pump were in good condition. The port engine was with some oil near the hydraulic
reservoir which requires checking during service. The brackets were without damage.
Port

Starboard

621 hours

618 hours

Engine in external good condition

Engine in external good condition

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Engine in external good condition

Engine in external good condition

Hydraulic cylinders for tilt / lift all intact

Another view

Bracket intact

Hydraulic cylinders for tilt / lift all intact

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Minor corrosion to washers

Fin intact

Minor wastage to aluminium under the paint

Propeller without damages

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Propeller without damages

Suggestion : Various corroded bolts and washers of the outboards require renewal as
part of the annual service. Starboard outboard engine water hose is kinked from the top
cover and requires rearranging.
29.

Fuel System
Stainless gasoline fuel tank for the outboards is under the cockpit. Only visible via the
small access panels. Fuel hoses were without deterioration. No smells of gasoline.

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Stainless diesel fuel tank for the generator without corrosion and secure. Generator
fuel tank vent hose to be replaced as in poor condition.
Primary fuel filters were secure and clean. Shut off valves are provided on the delivery
lines.

Accommodation General
The accommodation was in a general good condition. There was no excessive wear and
tear. Upholstery was in a good condition except that the aft cabin cushions require
cleaning as with previous damp from the aft accommodation bilge.
The toilet light requires bulb replacement.

Cabin

Forward berth

Aft berth

Aft berth cushions wetted

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Heads

31.

Fresh Water Tanks and Delivery
Fresh water tank is in the generator area and not easily accessible for inspection. The
fresh water pump was working and there were no leaks from the pump. Accumulator
tank is also provided to pressurise the system and avoid the pump running excessively.
Deck shower hose requires to be reconnected.

Fresh water pump no leaks

Suggestion : Deck shower hose to be reconnected.
32.

Grey Water System
Grey water system is directly overboard.

33.

Heads and Black Water System
Vacuum toilet with freshwater flushing. The vacuum system was working. External
condition was good and no odours in region of the holding tank. Holding tank discharge
hose to be replaced as in poor condition.

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Key for black water macerator discharge requires to be provided or switch to be added.
The macerator pump was not tested as no key was available.

Vacuum toilet system

Recommendation : Holding tank discharge hose to be replaced as in poor condition.
Suggestion : Key for black water macerator discharge to be provided or switch to be
added as replacement.
34.

Electrical Installation
Electrical installation is US type with 110v 60hz. The generator is also US type. A step
down transformer is added to allow use with European 220v shorepower. This was
checked working. The sockets are also US. The system can therefore be used only with
US equipment on the AC circuits otherwise modification of the system would be
required.
Batteries require replacement as did not hold good charge.
Inverter was working.

Main switchboard working

Electrics satisfactory

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US type sockets

Inverter working

220v to 110v step down transformer

Battery charger working

Batteries to replace

Suggestion : Batteries require replacement as did not hold good charge.

Suggestion : Stereo antenna to be connected and checked as radio reception poor.
Suggestion : TV remote to be located or replaced.
34.2. Generator
Fischer Panda 110v generator powered by single cylinder Farymann diesel engine. 604
hours. External condition of the generator was good without leaks and without
corrosion. Lubricating oil looked normal. The casing soundproofing was without
deterioration. Generator started first time and sounded good in operation. Generator
was checked to supply AC.

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Generator hours 604

Generator without corrosion

Another view

Lubricating oil normal

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Electronic and Navigation Equipment
The yacht is fully equipped with marine electronics of the very high quality Icom and
Furuno brands. The equipment was generally working but requires some calibration
and the radar antenna to be connected.
Type

36.1. Water Heater
Not seen. Due to fresh water system leak not tested.
36.2. Refrigerator
Refrigerator was in satisfactory condition and working.

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Refrigerator

36.3. Airconditioning
The airconditioning was checked to start. Airflow was good. It was not possible to
assess fully the cooling due to the cold weather and it is suggested for general annual
servicing to be made including checking the Freon level. The airconditioning system was
in good external condition without corrosion. It drains into the accommodation bilge.

Airconditioning pump

Airconditioning system

Air handler without corrosion

Checking airconditioning

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Tender
None.

38.

Sea Trial
A short sea trial was made under a range of rpm. The engines were reliable in operation
and sounded good. Cooling water flow was normal. The engine controls operated
properly. Steering operated properly with the exception of the autopilot and the boat
had good seaworthiness. After conclusion of the sea trial further checking of the various
equipment was made afloat.

Conclusion
There was no structural defect found. The yacht was in a general good condition, build
quality and outfitting were to a high standard.
Various auxiliary equipment was not working and this can be easily corrected as part of
the commissioning process. Various minor maintenance items, wear and tear were also
noted.
The yacht was proven to be seaworthy and generally operational on sea trial, except
that the autopilot was not fully operational.

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The hoses noted to be in poor condition require replacement and especially the ones
connected to below waterline through hull valves are to be attended to before the boat
is launched by the new owner as these could eventually cause sinking. The cockpit drain
hoses are also important.
Provided the above noted recommendations are carried out, the yacht should not pose
more than a normal insurance risk.